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Sputtering growth blunts Thai efforts to revive domestic tourism
Bloomberg, Published on 11/11/2025
» The southern Thailand coastal province of Trang boasts lush islands and an emerald cave but has long been overshadowed by neighbouring foreign tourist hotspots Phuket and Krabi.
Film shoots energise tourism
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/08/2025
» Thailand is reaping benefits from foreign blockbuster film shoots, as Krabi tourism observed a 30% visitor surge at attractions appearing in Jurassic World Rebirth, while the Alien: Earth series, which set a record investment budget, will help promote the nation as a global destination for film shoots and tourism.
Trump announces 30% tariffs on EU and Mexico
Reuters and Bloomberg, Published on 12/07/2025
» US President Donald Trump on Saturday announced a 30% tariff on imports from Mexico and the European Union starting on Aug 1 after weeks of negotiations with the key trading allies failed to reach a more comprehensive trade deal.
Centara inks management deal for Ratchaburi hotel
Business, Published on 25/03/2025
» Centara Hotels & Resorts, in alliance with Patch Patana Land and Business (1994), has signed a hotel management agreement for Centara Life Wisma Hotel Ratchaburi.
Taking Chiang Rai to the world
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/09/2024
» The founder of Welcome to Chiang Rai Co Ltd, a new social enterprise in northern Thailand, was inspired by the beauty and diversity of hill tribe apparel and accessories and aims to add value to such crafted products to help generate sustainable income for the communities producing them.
Arthit Ourairat Institution (AOI) to bolster holistic learning in Thailand
Business, Published on 23/07/2024
» Arthit Ourairat Institution (AOI) is setting new benchmarks in Thailand's educational landscape by integrating its network of schools under a unified governance model. This strategic initiative is tailored to enhance holistic learning and optimise synergies across resources, faculty, and infrastructure, substantially enriching the student experience. By pooling and har-monising these critical assets, AOI ensures that its core values of integrity, innovation, inclusivity, and passion are consistently upheld, providing a transformative and meaningful educational environment.
Bid to get Chiang Mai back on climbing map
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 19/06/2024
» Chiang Mai tourism operators want to showcase the province's mountainous charms to capture a rock climbing market that boasts 44.5 million enthusiasts worldwide, while urging the government to support the activity and sport in many provinces as it offers great potential to help expand the tourism sector.
Centara uncovers a 'Lost World'
Business, Published on 20/08/2022
» Centara Hotels & Resorts has announced the launch of The Lost World Adventure Land at Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya.
Chiang Rai tourism hit by airport closure
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 03/08/2022
» Chiang Rai tourism has been impacted by the temporary closure of Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai International Airport after an incident with a Nok Air flight on Saturday night, with tourists and locals having to cancel their trips or catch flights from Chiang Mai instead.
Musk-ruled Twitter: users left to fight trolls and misinformation?
AFP, Published on 26/04/2022
» SAN FRANCISCO: Elon Musk's vow to let everyone say whatever they want on Twitter after his takeover of the social media giant could put the onus on users to combat bullying and misinformation on the platform, experts say.